
Brazilian dictionary adds Pelé as adjective, synonym for "best"
The dictionary entry for "Pelé" reads: "The one that is extraordinary, or who because of his quality, value or superiority cannot be matched to anything or anyone, just like Pelé"
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The dictionary entry for "Pelé" reads: "The one that is extraordinary, or who because of his quality, value or superiority cannot be matched to anything or anyone, just like Pelé"
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